thing 4 things you should know about the Black Friday climate report By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 17:20:36 +0000 A new U.S. report on climate change offers 'information that every human needs.' Full Article Climate & Weather
thing 4 things to know about the EPA's carbon plan By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 17:36:42 +0000 The EPA has unveiled a plan to limit carbon emissions from new coal-fired power plants. Here's a look at what the rules could mean. Full Article Politics
thing Everything you need to know about ExoMars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Mar 2016 21:47:13 +0000 The European Space Agency's ExoMars mission is a two-phase operation that will look for methane, ice and landing sites for future rovers. Full Article Space
thing Massive Martian hole suggests something (someone, maybe?) has been digging around By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Jun 2017 18:04:53 +0000 NASA has just released an image of a unique hole on the surface of Mars. Full Article Space
thing 'The Taste' keeps things fresh, reduces waste By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:58:43 +0000 Judges and mentors Anthony Bourdain and Nigella Lawson talk about new food competition 'The Taste'. Full Article Arts & Culture
thing Everything's green behind the scenes at this year's Emmy Awards By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2013 18:33:34 +0000 After the event, all the wood will be recycled or given away in Mexico to be used to build homes. Full Article Arts & Culture
thing If animals could talk, they might say something sarcastic about the way we treat the planet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Jul 2016 10:30:22 +0000 Comic artist Rob Lang gives animals a way to speak their piece with "Underdone Comics.' Full Article Arts & Culture
thing 13 great things that happened in 2016 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Dec 2016 20:47:18 +0000 Don't dwell on the bad stuff that happened in 2016. Take a look at the year's best news. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
thing 5 things to know about the EPA's new CO2 proposal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Jun 2014 13:05:18 +0000 The new U.S. plan to limit power plant emissions is 645 pages long. Here's what you need to know. Full Article Climate & Weather
thing 4 things to know about the Paris climate deal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Dec 2015 22:00:15 +0000 The new U.N. climate agreement is being called 'a monumental triumph' and 'a turning point for the world.' Here are a few key points to keep in mind. Full Article Climate & Weather
thing Why fake news is a problem (and who's doing something about it) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Nov 2016 19:59:17 +0000 Some say that news articles from questionable sites shared on social media swayed the election, so these students took the challenge on. Full Article Computers
thing Airbnb gives cancer patients one less thing to worry about: A safe place to sleep By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Mar 2019 17:06:17 +0000 Airbnb is offering free housing for cancer patients and the people who care for them. Full Article Travel
thing Even Earth's most amazing creatures do some funny things By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 18:35:17 +0000 Here are the winners and highly commended images from the 2019 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. Full Article Animals
thing More than 95% of the world's population is breathing unsafe air By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2018 16:36:35 +0000 A new report from the Health Effects Institute says are breathing air that's considered unsafe by the World Health Organization. Full Article Healthy Spaces
thing Can you get high just from breathing the air in Rome? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Oct 2012 03:53:27 +0000 Study measuring traces of psychotropic drugs in the air of eight major Italian cities has alarming results. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
thing Butt-breathing turtle that can stay underwater for 72 hours is endangered By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Apr 2018 18:59:39 +0000 The Mary River turtle, recognized for its algae-induced punk rock appearance and ability to breathe through its rear is endangered. Full Article Animals
thing 9 gifts for the person who has everything By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2018 15:18:32 +0000 Some people are just impossible to buy for around the holidays and birthdays. But we have some ideas on gifts for people who already have everything. Full Article Arts & Culture
thing French man using only things made in France By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 18:43:54 +0000 The journalist is conducting a 9-month 'economic patriotism' experiment by eating nothing but French food and using only French-made products. Full Article Responsible Living
thing Clothing Arts entrepreneur creates pickpocket-proof pants By www.businessnewsdaily.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2013 15:49:22 +0000 Good looking pants that protect your valuables. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
thing Hayden Christensen's farm inspires new clothing line By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2013 15:59:04 +0000 'Star Wars' actor's new new 20-piece men's clothing line includes jackets, pants, knitwear, and accessories. Full Article Arts & Culture
thing Josh Dorfman: The anything but Lazy Environmentalist By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 08 May 2011 12:47:59 +0000 Though he may have taken on the moniker of The Lazy Environmentalist, it's hard to find a harder working, more prolific green storyteller than Josh Dorfman. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
thing Has technology made basic things demonstrably worse? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Mar 2017 16:42:20 +0000 From toilets (which keep you healthy) to phone connections (that don't need wires), we've never had it so good. Full Article Research & Innovations
thing Free! How to Cook Everything app for iPhone and iPad By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2013 11:58:46 +0000 Apple's app store hasMark Bittman’s go-to book on the basics of how to cook just about anything you can imagine for free. Full Article Recipes
thing Why the Google car could change everything By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Jan 2015 22:53:45 +0000 The self-driving car won't just change the way we get around; it could also change the way we live and design our cities. Full Article Transportation
thing 10 things Sweden does right By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Sep 2015 17:48:01 +0000 From work perks to technology tweaks, this country aims to make everyday living easier. Full Article Responsible Living
thing 6 things that make a workplace great By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Dec 2017 14:07:00 +0000 High pay and cool perks are good, but the best employers also fulfill deeper human needs. Full Article Green Workplace
thing 4 natural ways to relieve baby's teething pain By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Dec 2018 16:22:01 +0000 Soothe baby's sore gums without toxic tablets, gels and plastic teethers. Full Article Family Activities
thing Pet playthings: Hiber-Nation '13 By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:20:14 +0000 Here's a few notable, eco-friendly distractions for antsy pets forced to spend more time indoors due to cruddy weather. Full Article At Home
thing 22 things you may not know about squirrels By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2017 15:35:22 +0000 From urban jungles to sprawling prairies, here are some noteworthy facts about these resourceful rodents. Full Article Animals
thing Coral mushrooms look like something straight out of the sea By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Feb 2018 13:23:30 +0000 Stumbling upon these beautiful coral mushrooms makes a walk in the forest extra special. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
thing 5 things to know and love about dung beetles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2019 12:26:02 +0000 We can learn a lot from dung beetles, including how to be better citizens of the planet. Full Article Animals
thing Video: Water Changes Everything By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Apr 2011 20:23:52 +0000 A new video from charity: water offers hope for the 1 billion people who don't have easy access to clean water. Actress Kristen Bell narrates this well-done vid Full Article Beverages
thing Giant Earth Day Sale! Everything Must Go! By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:42:53 +0000 No generations in the history of human civilization have consumed as much of the planet's natural bounty as the ones alive today. So what are we doing this Eart Full Article Responsible Living
thing 5 things I learned from the Mexican president By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:19:36 +0000 On the first day of COP 16, President Calderon made some interesting remarks -- incuding one about your grandmother's refrigerator. Full Article Climate & Weather
thing Przewalski's horses: 10 things you didn't know about the last 'wild' horses on Earth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:56:37 +0000 These small horses were thought to be the only truly wild horse species left on the planet and have a fascinating history. Full Article Animals
thing Glenn Beck is nothing without fear By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:53:53 +0000 Fox News' resident rightwing rodeo clown pulls out a heaping dose of hypocrisy when he accuses world leaders gathered in Copenhagen of 'fear mongering'. Full Article Climate & Weather
thing 4 things you've heard about electric vehicles that simply aren't true By medium.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 14:52:57 +0000 "Are electric vehicles fast?" "Do they work in winter?" "Can I really give up visiting the gas station?" Get the facts on EVs. Full Article Research & Innovations
thing Everything you ever wanted to know about green cars: Infographic By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jun 2012 23:14:32 +0000 With all the terminology about green cars and climate change, it's hard to make sense of it all. This graphic from One Block off the Grid breaks it down, from t Full Article Transportation
thing 15 things you can do with a cheese grater By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Apr 2016 19:56:13 +0000 Sure you can grate cheese with a grater, but that knuckle scraper can be a versatile kitchen tool. Full Article Healthy Eating
thing 10 things you didn't know about Nelson Mandela By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jul 2016 14:04:47 +0000 He may be one of the most famous men who ever lived, but there's plenty to learn about Nelson Mandela. Full Article Politics
thing These awful things can happen when you don't clean your contacts properly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Aug 2017 16:12:19 +0000 Do you ever ignore your contact lens care instructions? You may want to rethink that. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
thing 22 things you didn't know about hedgehogs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Nov 2017 17:03:03 +0000 Beyond their undeniable cuteness, there's a lot more to discover about these wonderfully odd creatures. Full Article Animals
thing 11 things you didn't know about alpacas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Dec 2018 15:19:11 +0000 There's more to an alpaca than their quirky good looks. Did you know the fiber from their fleece is flame-resistant? Here are 11 alpaca facts you may not know. Full Article Animals
thing 8 things to know about the winter solstice By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Dec 2018 16:11:25 +0000 From when it happens to why – and everything in between – here's your crash course on the shortest day of the year. Full Article Climate & Weather
thing 10 things you didn't know about koalas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 May 2019 14:37:15 +0000 Koalas aren't bears and they rarely drink water. Full Article Animals
thing 17 things you didn't know about zebras By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jun 2019 14:48:39 +0000 From their smart stripes to the power of their kicks, behold the wonders of zebras. Full Article Animals
thing 10 things you should know about Ebola By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Dec 2019 16:20:36 +0000 A primer on the deadly virus that has taken hold in Congo and scaring people around the globe. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
thing Too many unread books? You have an 'antilibrary,' and that's a good thing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Dec 2017 18:02:33 +0000 Even if you haven't read some of the books in your library, they are still doing you good. Full Article Arts & Culture
thing 8 things to know when adopting a blind dog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:32:45 +0000 Adopting a blind dog isn't hard just different. Here's how you and your family can prepare your home to accommodate a special needs dog. Full Article Pets
thing Is there such a thing as natural diet soda? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:43:12 +0000 Is there such a thing as natural diet soda? Matt Hickman feels your pain, you calorie-counting caffeine-heads. Full Article Healthy Eating